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Rustic Finnish Salmon Pie with Dill and Leeks

Name: Rustic Finnish Salmon Pie with Dill and Leeks
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced; 1/4 cup cold water; 400g fresh salmon fillets, skin removed and cubed; 1 large leek, cleaned and sliced; 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped; 1/2 cup double cream; 1 egg, beaten; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 egg; 1 tbsp milk

A traditional Finnish dish with a flaky crust, this salmon pie is perfect for a comforting dinner. It highlights the classic flavors of the Nordic region with its creamy filling of salmon, dill, and l

4.8(261 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·October 23, 2025

Rustic Finnish Salmon Pie with Dill and Leeks — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Pastry

For the Filling

For the Egg Wash

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 524 kcal
Protein: 22.67 g
Carbs: 35 g
Fat: 33.17 g
Fiber: 1.67 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3143 kcal
Protein: 136 g
Carbs: 210 g
Fat: 199 g
Fiber: 10 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 cups all-purpose flour	910	26	190	2	7
1/2 tsp salt	0	0	0	0	0
1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced	810	1	1	92	0
1/4 cup cold water	0	0	0	0	0
400g fresh salmon fillets skin removed and cubed	816	92	0	52	0
1 large leek cleaned and sliced	54	2	13	0	2
2 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped	8	1	1	0	1
1/2 cup double cream	400	2	3	43	0
1 egg, beaten	68	6	1	5	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1 egg	68	6	1	5	0
1 tbsp milk	9	0	1	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Pastry

1
Combine dry ingredients
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
2
Cut in butter
Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3
Form the dough
Stir in water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough begins to come together. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.

Preparing the Filling

1
Sauté the leeks
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté leeks until softened.
2
Mix filling
In a bowl, mix cubed salmon, sautéed leeks, dill, cream, salt, and pepper.
3
Cool the filling
Allow the filling to cool before incorporating into the pastry.
Tip: Ensure the filling is cool before adding it to the pastry to prevent it from becoming soggy. Adding a little lemon zest can brighten the flavors.

How to Make Rustic Finnish Salmon Pie with Dill and Leeks

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Roll out pastry
Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface until 1/8 inch thick.
2
Fill the pie
Place the bottom crust in a pie dish and pour the salmon mixture evenly. Top with the second crust.
3
Bake the pie
Brush with egg wash and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 45-50 minutes.